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The Dead Sea constantly discharges asphalt, a feature very unusual to any lake. It spits up small pebbles of the black substance from its deep cracks. Asphalt coated figurines and bitumen coated Neolithic skulls from archaeological sites have been found. It is believed that this asphalt had been used to mummify Egyptians.
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Your guide to Israel's Dead Sea tourism – helping you plan a visit to the Dead Sea on your next Israel vacation. Book a hotel or boutique accommodation. Learn about vacation tips, local festivals and current events. Read about the history, ecology and health benefits that make the Dead Sea a unique natural wonder of the world.
2013
May 30 - June 1
Masada Project
September 21 - 25
Tamar Festival
September 22 - 24
Hot Air Balloon Festival at Timna
November
Dead Sea Scrolls Exhibit - Salt Lake City
November 28 - 30
Ya-Salam Belly Dance Festival
November 29 - 30
Musical Cooperative at Zman Midbar
2014
January 8 - 11
International Belly Dance Festival
January 16 - 18
Red Sea Classical Music Festival
January 16 - 19
Red Sea Winter Jazz Festival
June 14 - 16
Israel Opera at Masada: La Traviata
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